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Malawi

Southern African nation famous for Lake Malawi, warm people, and natural beauty

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G'day! I'm Oz! Malawi's Lake Malawi is beautiful, the people are warm and welcoming, and the landscapes are stunning. It's the 'Warm Heart of Africa'!

Quick Facts About Malawi

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Capital

Lilongwe

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Population

20 million

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Languages

English, Chichewa

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Currency

Malawian Kwacha

Discover Malawi

Malawi is a small but beautiful Southern African nation known as the "Warm Heart of Africa" because of its incredibly warm and welcoming people! The heart of the country is Lake Malawi, a massive freshwater lake with crystal-clear water and beautiful beaches perfect for swimming, boating, and relaxing.

Lake Malawi contains more fish species than any other lake on Earth - an incredible diversity of colorful cichlid fish found nowhere else. The lake is surrounded by mountains and scenic landscapes perfect for hiking. The highlands have waterfalls and lush vegetation.

Malawi has a rich wildlife heritage with elephants, antelope species, hippopotamuses, and countless bird species - though wildlife numbers have declined and conservation is important. The Malawian people are genuinely warm, kind, and hospitable - visitors are often struck by how welcoming locals are. Lilongwe is the capital and has modern amenities alongside local markets and culture.

With its pristine lake, beautiful mountains, incredible biodiversity, and genuinely warm people, Malawi epitomizes African warmth and natural beauty. It's a place where you connect with nature and authentic African hospitality.

Map of Malawi

Map of Malawi

Flag of Malawi

The flag represents the unique identity and heritage of Malawi.

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For Educators

  • • Ready-to-use facts, maps, and highlights for ages 7-12
  • • Quick lesson starters: use the Did You Know and Highlights as bell-ringers
  • • Link to Explorer's Guide, videos, and games for extension activities
  • • Great for geography, social studies, and cross-cultural projects

Did You Know?

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Lake Malawi has more fish species than any other lake in the world

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Malawi is nicknamed the "Warm Heart of Africa" for its people's kindness

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Malawi is one of the smallest countries in Africa but has huge biodiversity

What Makes Malawi Special?

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Lake Malawi

Swim and boat on the pristine freshwater lake.

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Mountains

Trek scenic highlands with waterfalls.

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Wildlife

See elephants, antelopes, and birds.

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Warm People

Experience genuine African hospitality.

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Beaches

Relax on lake beaches.

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Lilongwe

Visit the modern capital.

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